MISSION - NLPOA was founded in 1972, by Vicente Calderon and John Parraz. The NLPOA was charted on August 14, 1974. The specific purposes of the organization are to eliminate prejudice and discrimination in the criminal justice system; particularly Law Enforcement, reduce community juvenile delinquency and lessen citizen tension in predominantly Latino communities.

East Los Angeles Chapter Board Members / March 2010
(left to right), Richard Hernandez-Historian, Jesse Gudino-Treasurer, Mary Lou Guttierez-secretary, Richard Jimenez President
Jessica Rodriguez-2nd vice president, Robert Carcano-1st vice president.

Today, National Latino Peace Officers Association is the largest Latino Law Enforcement Organization in the United States, with local chapters in many cities throughout the country. Its membership includes Chiefs of Police, Sheriffs, Police Officers, Parole Agents, and Federal Officers, all of whom are employed at the local, state, and federal levels.

Great Story from our last car seat inspection

Halloween Party / Toy drive fundraiser 2011 Photos

Walk/Run for Peace 2011 Photos

Oct. 2011 Meeting

NLPOA is a Public Benefit Association recognized as a Non-Profit Organization, IRS 501(c)(3) number 94-3165929. NLPOA does not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, sex, or religion and membership is open to all.

East Los Angeles Chapter P.O. Box 63336 Los Angeles, Ca. 90063